Warriors' Jimmy Butler injury update ahead of Curry contract decision
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 26, 2026, 4:02 PM
Last updated Aug 26, 2026
The Golden State Warriors received a significant update on Jimmy Butler's injury status as the new season approaches. Butler underwent successful surgery on a torn right ACL sustained in January. Reports indicate he could return before the All-Star break, which would aid the Warriors' plans for the trade deadline. Meanwhile, Steph Curry's potential contract extension remains uncertain, with the Warriors prepared to offer him a deal worth up to $136.7 million.
- •Jimmy Butler had surgery on his torn right ACL in January.
- •He aims for a return before the All-Star break.
- •Warriors are prepared to extend Steph Curry's contract significantly.
- •Butler's performance will be crucial in the upcoming season.
- •The trade deadline strategy will depend on Butler's recovery.
- 4:02 PMYahoo Sports — Warriors' Jimmy Butler gets major injury timeline update ahead of Steph Curry potential extension
"The Golden State Warriors have some question marks heading into the season. However, they just got an injury update on Jimmy Butler with Steph Curry's extension looming.
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